Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Trims the Tale for Switch, Aims at Both Old and New Fans

Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined is coming to Switch 1 and Switch 2 on February 5, 2026 as part of the series’ 40th anniversary. The remake streamlines the long PS1-era RPG while preserving its core charm, using a diorama-inspired art style to refresh the look. In a detailed interview, producer Takeshi Ichikawa explains balancing modernization with nostalgia, trimming nonessential segments to speed up the narrative, and aims to make the game accessible for newcomers without alienating longtime fans.